Master's Degree Programs Flashcards
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What does 'MFA' stand for in the context of graduate degrees?
Answer: Master of Fine Arts
MFA stands for Master of Fine Arts, the terminal degree for creative disciplines such as creative writing, visual arts, and film.
Which standardized test is most commonly required for admission to US master's programs?
Answer: GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
The GRE is the most commonly required standardized admissions test for a wide range of US graduate and master's programs.
What is a 'cohort model' in a master's degree program?
Answer: Students progress through the program together as a group
In a cohort model, a fixed group of students starts and moves through the entire program together, fostering collaboration and peer networking.
Accelerated 4+1 master's programs allow students to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in how many years?
Answer: 5 years
Accelerated 4+1 programs combine undergraduate and graduate study so students earn both degrees in five years instead of the typical six.
Which master's degree is most commonly pursued by aspiring K-12 teachers seeking career advancement in the US?
Answer: Master of Education (MEd)
The Master of Education (MEd) is the most common graduate degree pursued by K-12 teachers for professional development and salary advancement.
What is a 'capstone project' in a non-thesis master's program?
Answer: A culminating applied project that demonstrates mastery of the field
A capstone project is a final, applied assignment in non-thesis master's programs that integrates and demonstrates the student's learning across the curriculum.